Wednesday, November 4
Pirates Chairman of the Board Bob Nutting will participate in a discussion about the business of sports at West Virginia University. Joining Mr. Nutting will be Ken Kendrick, Managing General Partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks and former athletes Oliver Luck and Sam Huff. Luck is a two-time Academic All-American who led the Mountaineers to a 1981 Peach Bowl victory. Huff is a former NFL star who played for the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Erickson Alumni Center, and is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, November 10
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives Chaz Kellem will give a motivational talk regarding the abilities of people with disabilities & and his current role with Pirates at 11:00 a.m. at Life's Work of Western PA.
Monday, November 23
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives Chaz Kellem will speak on disability awareness, advocacy, inclusion and his current role with the Pirates at Carlow University from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
There are no remaining events scheduled for this month.
Sunday, January 18
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Groups 1 and 2) will visit Seven Springs Mountain Resort from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The event will feature an autograph session, Pirates Trivia, Pirates Deal or No Deal, Guitar Hero with players and more.
Monday, January 19
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will stop at Country Club Mall in Cumberland, MD for an autograph session from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in State College for an autograph session from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in Clarksburg, WV for an autograph session from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in Altoona for an autograph session from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 20
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will visit South Charleston Middle School in Charleston, WV from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will visit Central Cambria Middle School in Ebensburg from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will stop at Grand Central Mall in Parkersburg, WV for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will stop at Johnstown Mall in Johnstown for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 21
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will visit Newport Elementary School in Marietta, OH from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will stop at Gianilli's II in Latrobe for a luncheon from 12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will stop at Wheeling Island in Wheeling, WV for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will stop at Indiana Mall in Indiana for an autograph session from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 22
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 1) will stop for an event TBD in Washington (location and time TBA)
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 2) will visit the Butler Jr. High, Stand Tall Program in Butler from 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
Friday, January 23 - Sunday, January 25
- PirateFest 2009 will take place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh.
Monday, January 26
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will visit Punxsutawney Middle School in Punxsutawney from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will visit Laurel Highlands Middle School in Laurel Highlands from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will stop at Dubois Mall in Dubois for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop at Uniontown Mall in Uniontown for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 27
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will visit Ridgway Area Middle School in Ridgway from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will visit Weir Middle School in Weirton, WV from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will stop at Cranberry Mall in Franklin for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop at Fort Steubenville Mall in Steubenville, OH for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 28
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will visit District Elementary School in Meadville from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop at the Butler Art Institute in Youngstown, OH for a luncheon from 12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in Erie for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in Boardman, OH for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 29
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will visit Greenville Jr. High School in Greenville from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop for an event TBD in Warren, OH from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 3) will stop at Dick's Sporting Goods in Beaver Falls for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- The Pirates Winter Caravan (Group 4) will stop at the Scottish Rite in New Castle for an autograph session from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 7
Former Pirates
Bob Robertson and
Grant Jackson will join The Pirate Parrot at WinterFest at Seven Springs in Champion, PA from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 14
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Pittsburgh Parent Camp Fair at the Ross Park Mall from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 18
Current players, coaches, broadcasters and alumni will participate as Celebrity Golfers at the Pirates Charities Golf Classic in Bradenton, FL.
Thursday, February 19
Pirates Executive VP and CMO
Lou DePaoli will participate in "SAE and the Changing Economy: An SAE Workshop" at Point Park University from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 21
Former Pirates
Rick Reuschel,
Grant Jackson and
Bob Friend,
The Pirate Parrot and
The Canonball Crew will appear at the Pirates On-Sale Event at PNC Park from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 28
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Relay for Life Charity Fundraiser at the Oakmont Presbyterian Church in Oakmont from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Read Across America Celebration at Carnegie Elementary School in Carnegie from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Read Across America Celebration at Crafton Elementary School in Crafton from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6
The Pirate Parrot will appear at a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser at Hampton High School from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 8
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh "Bowl for Kids Sake" Event at the AMF Lanes in Mt. Lebanon from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 12
Various former Pirates will appear at the Levy Restaurants Taste Testing event at PNC Park (for Suite Holders and Club Ticket Holders) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, March 13
Former Pirate
John Candelaria will appear at the Steelite Co. event in the Keystone Corner at PNC Park from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 15
The Pirate Parrot will appear at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Beaver County "Bowl for Kids Sake" Event at Sims Lanes in Beaver Falls from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 19
Central Blood Bank's Pirates Blood Drive in the Press Conference Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please log on to
www.centralbloodbank.org and enter the sponsor code ET31 or contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org. All presenting donors will receive a Pirates Gift Bag!
Monday, March 23
The Pirates present "Gloves for Kids" from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Dick's Sporting Goods in Bradenton, Fla. Fans in attendance can make a $10 donation to receive autographs and photos with Pirates players.
Monday, April 13
The Greater Pittsburgh Council of the Boy Scouts of America, along with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, will collect canned food and non-perishable food items prior to the Pirates' Home Opener as part of their annual Scouting for Food program. Scouts will be stationed on either end of Federal Street beginning at 11:00 a.m. For more information on the Scouting for Food program, please contact the Boys Scouts at (412) 642-7695.
Wednesday, April 15
Pirates president
Frank Coonelly, general manager
Neal Huntington, manager
John Russell and the
2009 Pirates will appear at the 2009 Allegheny Conference Season Kick-Off Luncheon at the Westin Convention Center downtown. Pirates broadcaster
Greg Brown will emcee the luncheon. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Companies or individuals interested in attending the luncheon should contact the Allegheny Conference on Community Development at 412-392-4555 x3561.
Saturday, April 18
Pirates broadcaster
Greg Brown, pitcher
Paul Maholm and legendary reliever
Kent Tekulve will all be appearing at the Hickory Lions Club Sports Dinner. This is the second year for this event and the Myron Cope Legend in Sports Award will be presented to former Steeler John Banaszak. The dinner benefits a variety of non-profit groups including the Leader Dog for the Blind Organization, and Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services.
Wednesday, April 22
Former Pirates
Bob Friend and
Manny Sanguillen will sign free autographs in the Hall of Fame Club at PNC Park from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. as part of the Alumni Autographs promotion.
Thursday, April 23
Pirates president
Frank Coonelly and other front office staff members will speak to 25 students about their careers, as the Pirates host a group from The Consortium for Public Education's "The Future is Mine" Career Exploration Day program at PNC Park from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Greensburg Recreation Baseball Opening Day at Lynch Field in Greensburg from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the North & South Buffalo Baseball Opening Day at South Buffalo Elementary School in Freeport from 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Arthritis Walk at Ewing Park in Ellwood City from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 30
Former Pirate
Grant Jackson will appear at the Bradley Center Assembly Awards from 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Corporate Monopoly Tournament in the US Steel Tower from 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 2
Former Pirate
Kent Tekulve will appear at the Apollo Area Lions Little League Opening Day.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at Burrell Fast Pitch Opening Day at Bon Air Elementary School in Lower Burrell from 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Monday, May 4
Ian Snell will host two "Littles" and their "Bigs" from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh before the game at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
Nate McLouth will host 13 youth from the Imani Christian Academy for Nate's Lucky 13 before the game at 3:00 p.m. During their visit, the youth will get a VIP tour, the chance to meet Pirates players and watch batting practice from the dugout.
Saturday, May 9
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Braun Jeffery Day Parade & Celebration in Glenshaw from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the March for Babies at the North Shore Riverfront Park from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Arthritis Walk Awareness and Family Fun Day at Kennywood Park from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 10
The Pirates will support the Susan G. Komen Foundation with a team of front office personnel that will run in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Schenley Park beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, May 12
Ian Snell will continue his partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters, hosting two matches at the ballpark at 3:00 p.m. Ian's matches will have a private meet & greet with him, an exclusive tour of PNC Park, the chance to go on the field to run the bases and play catch. They also get to enjoy Pirates batting practice from the dugout. Littles will received special shirts, letting them and everyone who sees them know that Ian is their "Honorary Big Brother."
Wednesday, May 13
Paul and Jessica Maholm will host their Gilda's Club Livestrong Day group at the ballpark. Paul will catch the honorary first pitch from a member of their Gilda's Club group before the game.
Friday, May 15
Ian Snell will host his a group of two "Littles" and their "Bigs" from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh before the game at 3:00 p.m. Ian will host a meet and greet, and sign autographs before they watch batting practice from the dugout.
Saturday, May 16
Pirates hitting coach
Don Long will visit the Pirates Charities Community Baseball Center in Shadyside and host a hitting clinic for the Pittsburgh RBI coaches at 9:00 a.m.
Nyjer Morgan will be attending the Urban Impact Foundation's Little League Opening Day at MLK Field in the Northside. Their games are scheduled to start at 10:00 a.m. and Nyjer will be visiting at 11:30 a.m.
Freddy Sanchez will appear at the Pirates Charities Miracle League Field Grand Opening in the Dick's Sporting Goods Complex at Graham Park in Cranberry Township at 11:00 a.m.
Sunday, May 17
Former Pirate
Dick Groat will be honored at the 2009 Spirit of Hope Reception & Auction benefitting the Nellie Briles Fund of AdelphoiUSA at the Latrobe Country Club from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Groat will receive the 2009 Arnold Palmer Spirit of Hope Award that is presented to individuals in recognition of their positive impact on youth.
Thursday, May 21
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the WV 3 Rivers Festival Parade in Fairmont, WV from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 30
Former Pirate
Kent Tekulve and the
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Riverview Relay for Life at Riverside Park in Oakmont.
Former Pirate
Rick Reuschel will be a celebrity golfer in the Butler Township Baseball Association Golf Outing at the Highland Golf Course.
Sunday, May 31
The 5th annual Bowling with the Bucs fundraiser, hosted by
Jack and Julie Wilson, is scheduled to take place from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at AMF Noble Manor Lanes in Crafton. The event offers fans the opportunity to meet and bowl with their favorite Pirates players and celebrities. All proceeds will benefit Pirates Charities.
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Friday, June 5
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Partners for Quality Inc, Annual Picnic for our Adult Day Programs at Clever Park in McKees Rocks from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Hosack Field Day at Hosack Elementary School in Allison Park from 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Saturday, June 6
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at Dubois Little League Goes Major at the Dubois Little League Field from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 7
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Ingomar United Methodist Church Picnic from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Challenger Little League in Uniontown from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 10
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at Hit a Grand Slam for Your Health at Westinghouse Electric Company in Madison from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
The Pirates and Dick's Sporting Goods will team up to host "Gloves for Kids" at the Dick's Sporting Goods store at the Mall at Robinson. Pirates players and coaches will be signing autographs for donations to the program. The event takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Relay for Life of the South Hills at the Bethel Park Community Center from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 14
The third annual "A BBQ with the Bucs," hosted by
Paul and Jessica Maholm, will take place from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Gilda's Club of Western Pennsylvania in the Strip District. The evening will feature Pirates celebrities, a silent auction, food, fun and entertainment all for the benefit of Gilda's Club of Western PA. For ticket information, please contact Gilda's Club at 412-338-1919.
Monday, June 15
The Pittsburgh Pirates are teaming up with the Central Blood Bank for four Pirates Blood Drives during the 2009 season, including a three-day event from June 15 to June 17. Today's Pirates Blood Drive will take place in the Press Conference/Multipurpose Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org.
Tuesday, June 16
Former Pirates and Hall of Famer
Bill Mazeroski will be hosting the Bill Mazeroski Baseball Scholarship Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Maz, along with many other past Pirates greats, will be on-hand participating as celebrity golfers in the event. Space is limited, for more information on how you can participate please contact Sam Bossio at (304)685-9809.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are teaming up with the Central Blood Bank for four Pirates Blood Drives during the 2009 season, including a three-day event from June 15 to June 17. Today's Pirates Blood Drive will take place in the Press Conference/Multipurpose Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org.
Wednesday, June 17
The Pittsburgh Pirates are teaming up with the Central Blood Bank for four Pirates Blood Drives during the 2009 season, including a three-day event from June 15 to June 17. Today's Pirates Blood Drive will take place in the Press Conference/Multipurpose Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. Pirates alumnus
Kent Tekulve will appear from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org.
Friday, June 19
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Beaver County Rehabilitation Center Picnic at the John A. Antoline Memorial Park in Monaca 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at Senator Orie's 5th Annual Kids Expo at the Butler County Airport 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 20
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Bridgeville Community Day on Washington Ave. (between Bower Hill and Hickman St.) in Bridgeville 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Station Square Kids Club Event at Station Square 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the St. Patrick Parish Festival at the St. Patrick Parish in Canonsburg 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 21
The
Pirate Parrot will appear at the Father's Day Fun Fair at Moon Park in Moon Township from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 25
Various Pirates Alumni will participate in The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 16th Annual ElRoy Face Forkball Golf Classic at Champion Lakes Golf Club. The event raises funds for services that benefit families with deaf or hard-of-hearing children. Space is limited, for more information on how you can participate, please contact Chris Fletcher at (412)371-7000.
Saturday, June 27
Pirates fans will have the opportunity to support the many programs and efforts of Pirates Charities by bidding on unique baseball and sports memorabilia during an in-park silent auction. The auction booth will be located in front of Guest Relations in section 117, and will begin when the gates open and conclude at the end of the 7th inning.
Tuesday, June 30
Pirates Charities, in partnership with FSN Pittsburgh, will hold the second Pirates Charities on FSN Auction on Tuesday, June 30, when the Pirates take on the Chicago Cubs at 7:05 p.m. Broadcast live from the Trip Total Media Hall of Fame Club, the auction will feature once-in-a-lifetime experiences like a VIP trip to Pirates Spring Training in Bradenton, FL; an opportunity to go backstage with FSN; and the chance for you and three (3) friends to BE the Pirates Pierogies and run in the actual on-field race during a Pirates' regular season home game. The auction will again offer fans the purchase of VIP bags, which will include an autographed item, game tickets, valuable coupons, and, in some cases, premium incentives.
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Wednesday, July 1
Two current Pirates players, along with Pirates broadcasters
Greg Brown and
Steve Blass will visit the Cystic Fibrosis's 65 Roses Club event at PNC Park.
Monday, July 13
Pirates Alums
Rick Reuschel and
Grant Jackson will play in the Salem Township Golf Outing. For more information on participating in the event, please contact Boyd Shrum at (724)787-6736.
Friday, July 17
The Pirates Baseball Tomorrow Fund equipment drive and on-field check presentation will take place. Fans can donate baseball equipment before the game on Federal Street to the Carrolltown Little League, who will also be presented with a $5,000 grant.
Pirates president
Frank Coonelly and his wife,
Debbie, manager
John Russell and his wife,
Jamie, pitcher
Matt Capps and
The Pirate Parrot will visit the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf. The kids will participate in a Q&A session and then receive autographs and take photos.
Saturday, July 18
Ross Ohlendorf will be signing free autographs for fans at the new Pine Township Giant Eagle, 155 Towne Center Drive, Wexford, PA from noon to 1 p.m.
Pirates fans will have the opportunity to support the many programs and efforts of Pirates Charities by bidding on unique baseball and sports memorabilia during an in-park silent auction. The auction booth will be located in front of Guest Relations in section 117, and will begin when the gates open and conclude at the end of the 7th inning.
Sunday, July 19
Miracle League Day at the ballpark. Over 200 members of the new Miracle League of Southwestern, PA will be in attendance at the game and a special pre-game video honoring the members will be displayed on the videoboard.
Thursday, July 30
Zach Duke and
Paul Maholm will be attending a charity fundraiser called "Where there's a Will..." at the Firehouse Lounge in the Strip. This event will raise funds for Neurofibromatosis (NF) Clinics Association, Inc. which is a local, non-profit organization dedicated to serving people with NF and their families. The NFCA acts as an information resource for health care professionals, patients and the general public. The event runs from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. and will also include a live and silent auction. Tickets are $50. For more information or to purchase tickets, please e-mail
Wheretheresawill2009@gmail.com.
Saturday, August 8
Pirates outfielder
Andrew McCutchen will be at the Seven Fields Giant Eagle to sign autographs from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
Sunday, August 9
Manager
John Russell and his wife
Jamie will host Pirates Casino Night in the Lexus Club, sponsored by Wheeling Island Hotel, Casino and Racetrack, to help raise money for Pirates Charities and the Alzheimer's Association of Western Pennsylvania. The event begins at 7 p.m. Cost is $150 per person- contact Michelle Mejia at (412) 325-4969 for tickets or for more information.
Wednesday, August 12
Central Blood Bank's Pirates Blood Drive in the Press Conference Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org.
Light of Life Tailgate Dinner – as the Pirates did in 2008, members of the Pirates' Front Office, including team President
Frank Coonelly will serve dinner to the hungry at the Light of Life Mission in Pittsburgh's Northside from 4 - 6 p.m.
Monday, August 17
Zach and Kristin Duke will host kids from the Pittsburgh Project at PNC Park – Pirates pitcher Zach Duke and his wife Kristin are inviting kids from the Pittsburgh Project to join them at PNC Park for a Pirates' baseball game. Since Zach's number is 57, he and Kristin have selected five (5) dates for these special events, with seven (7) kids coming to each game. The Pittsburgh Project is a Northside-based nonprofit community development organization with a 23-year track record of developing leaders and serving the city's most vulnerable residents. On each date, the seven (7) kids will come to the ballpark early, spend time with Zach and Kristin, watch bp and meet other Pirates players. Zach and Kristin are also providing each child with complimentary concession vouchers. Kids with strong academic performance and demonstrating good behavior are selected for this unique opportunity.
The
Pirates Wives are hosting the Homeless Children's Initiative to a Build-A-Bear Workshop at Ross Park Mall. 20 children will build bears and eat a lunch of Pizza Villa, which all is courtesy of the wives.
Tuesday, August 18
Andy LaRoche will host children with Down Syndrome at the ballpark. Two children will come to the ballpark early to go on the field, watch batting practice, meet players and get autographs. Each child also receives complimentary concession coupons, a Pirates' goodie bag and stay for the game as guests of the ballclub.
Thursday, August 20
The 4th annual Pirates Charities Golf Classic, presented by West Penn Allegheny Health System, will be held on Thursday, August 20th at the renowned Fox Chapel Golf Club. There, participants will have the unique opportunity to spend the day with current and former Pirates players, broadcasters, and front office executives while supporting the many and varied efforts of Pirates Charities.
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Saturday, August 22
Pirates fans will have the opportunity to support the many programs and efforts of Pirates Charities by bidding on unique baseball and sports memorabilia during an in-park silent auction. The auction booth will be located in front of Guest Relations in section 117, and will begin when the gates open and conclude at the end of the 7th inning.
Andy LaRoche and the
Pirate Parrot will Appear at Autism Family Field Day 2009 at the Pirates Charities Miracle League Field - located in Cranberry Township. The event is from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and Andy and the Parrot will arrive at 11:00 a.m. This event was created by the Autism Help Network to provide an event for the entire family to enjoy. There will be games and prizes, rides and entertainment, food and music, and the opportunity to share with other families. For more information, please visit www.autismHelpForYou.org.
Pirates closer
Matt Capps will be at the McIntyre Square Giant Eagle to sign autographs for fans from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
Lastings Milledge will participate in a Q&A session with the little leaguers of the Josh Gibson Little League at Gibson Field in the Hill District beginning at 11:30 a.m.
2nd Annual Courage for Life Foundation Golf Outing will be held at Chartiers Country Club. This event benefits the Courage for Life Foundation that was founded by John Challis. The shotgun start is at 1:00 p.m. For more information, please visit www.courageforlifefoundation.org.
Sunday, August 23
The Pirates will host more than 250 children from The Pittsburgh Project at PNC Park for "The Pittsburgh Project Day".
Zach and Kristen Duke will be recognized pregame on the field for the work they do with The Pittsburgh Project throughout the season.
Tuesday, August 25
Zach and Kristin Duke will host kids from the Pittsburgh Project at PNC Park – Pirates pitcher Zach Duke and his wife Kristin are inviting kids from the Pittsburgh Project to join them at PNC Park for a Pirates' baseball game. Since Zach's number is 57, he and Kristin have selected five (5) dates for these special events, with seven (7) kids coming to each game. The Pittsburgh Project is a Northside-based nonprofit community development organization with a 23-year track record of developing leaders and serving the city's most vulnerable residents. On each date, the seven (7) kids will come to the ballpark early, spend time with Zach and Kristin, watch bp and meet other Pirates players. Zach and Kristin are also providing each child with complimentary concession vouchers. Kids with strong academic performance and demonstrating good behavior are selected for this unique opportunity.
Thursday, August 27
"65 Roses Club" pregame reception - "65 Roses" Club members contribute to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation based on the number of Pirates homeruns. The private pregame reception will be held in the PNC Park Press Conference Room. Pirates broadcasters
Greg Brown and
Steve Blass, as well as Pirates players will be in attendance.
Pirates Charities will host an on-field check presentation to provide the Alzheimer's Association of Greater PA the proceeds of Fabulous Casino Night, which took place on August 9 and was hosted by
John and Jamie Russell.
Friday, September 4
The
Pirates Wives organization will host a "Mystery Grab Bag" fundraiser on Friday, September 4th throughout the game between the Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals. They will have a booth on the main concourse by Guest Relations. The event will benefit Pirates Charities and the West Penn Hospital Burn Center Summer Camp for Burned Children. The baseballs will be individually autographed by former and current Pirates players, as well as other former and current Major League stars. For $50, fans can select and purchase a "mystery" bag containing one individually autographed baseball. All bags will look exactly alike and be unmarked, so fans won't know whose autograph is on the baseball until after their purchase has been made.
Saturday, September 5
Pirates Charities will host In-Park Silent Auction where fans can bid on a number of autographed items and sports memorabilia from the Pirates and around the league.
Tuesday, September 8
Lastings Milledge will visit children in a local hospital with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Zach and Kristin Duke host seven children from the Pittsburgh Project to a special VIP day at PNC Park. The kids watch batting practice from the dugout, spend time with Zach and his teammates and stay for the game as Zach and Kristin's guests.
Saturday, September 12
"Take Me Out To The Races!" memorial tribute to
Vince Lascheid, Pittsburgh Pirates longtime organist. This Pirates Charities fundraiser will take place at Peter's Place on Washington Pike in Bridgeville, PA from 5:00 - 11:00 p.m. For more information, please contact the Shining Stars Foundation at 412.277.4FUN.
Tuesday, September 15
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will speak at the American Marketing Association Breakfast at Heinz Field.
Thursday, September 17
Join us at Seven Springs Mountain Resort for the inaugural Sporting Clays Invitational to benefit Pirates Charities. The event is being co-chaired by Pirates and Pirates Charities Chairman of the Board
Bob Nutting and
Dr. Patrick DeMeo, Chairman, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Allegheny General Hospital. The site for the invitational is the new sporting clays complex at scenic Seven Springs Mountain Resort that features two courses, a practice area with two heated five-stands and a new 7,000 square-foot lodge. Great food, prizes, Pirates celebrities and friendly competition await you. Sponsorship opportunities range from $150 - $5,000. For more information, please
download and print this pdf document, or contact Pirates Charities at 412.325.4991.
Friday, September 18
The Pirates will host
Clemente Day. Fans are invited to donate in a variety of ways,
Paul Maholm will receive the Pirates Clemente Award and several Pirates Minor League players will be honored during a pre-game ceremony for their work in the Pirates Community Commitment program.
Sunday, September 20
Pirates Charities and Pirates President
Frank Coonelly will present the Pittsburgh RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner-cities) with a check for $65,000 during an on-field pregame celebration.
A Pirates special guest and the
Pirate Parrot will be involved in a story time prior to the game at PNC Park for the 150 Pirates Tales lucky winners.
Tuesday, September 22
Zach and Kristin Duke host seven children from the Pittsburgh Project to a special VIP day at PNC Park. The kids watch batting practice from the dugout, spend time with Zach and his teammates and stay for the game as Zach and Kristin's guests.
Thursday, September 24
Neil Walker will be promoting literacy to the 4th-6th graders from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Eden Hall Upper Elementary School (Pine-Richland School District) as part of their reading support program. This event is closed to the public.
Saturday, September 26
Andrew McCutchen will sign autographs at PNC Bank in Oakmont from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Pirates Charities will host In-Park Silent Auction where fans can bid on a number of autographed items and sports memorabilia from the Pirates and around the league.
Pirates Charities will sell CDs of Skyblast performer Foreigner's "No End In Sight: The Very Best of Foreigner" for $10 with the entire $10 donation going to Pirates Charities.
Monday, October 5
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will be a guest lecturer at Duquesne University for the Disability in the Media & Workforce for Disabled Seminar at 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 6
Pirates pitcher
Zach Duke will participate as part of the Pittsburgh Kids Foundation in the Players For Kids Gala from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Westin Convention Center Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh.
Friday, October 9
Former Pirate
Kent Tekulve will be playing in the 11th Annual Delmont-Salem Rotary Club Golf Outing. The event will take place at the Cloverleaf Golf Course in Delmont, PA. All proceeds benefit local charities.
Wednesday, October 14
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will speak as part of the Disability Awareness/Advocacy Lecture at the U.S. Department of Energy from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, October 20
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will speak at the Robert Morris Speaker Series - Disability Advocacy & Awareness from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 22
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will participate in the WPDI Diversity/Inclusiveness Conference at PNC Park from 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Chaz will speak to the group about his experiences navigating the job market while in a wheelchair.
Wednesday, October 28
Central Blood Bank's Pirates Blood Drive in the Press Conference Room at PNC Park from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Denise Arrigo at 412-209-7082 or darrigo@itxm.org.
Wednesday, November 4
Pirates Chairman of the Board
Bob Nutting will participate in a discussion about the business of sports at West Virginia University. Joining Mr. Nutting will be
Ken Kendrick, Managing General Partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks and former athletes
Oliver Luck and
Sam Huff. Luck is a two-time Academic All-American who led the Mountaineers to a 1981 Peach Bowl victory. Huff is a former NFL star who played for the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Erickson Alumni Center, and is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, November 10
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will give a motivational talk regarding the abilities of people with disabilities & and his current role with Pirates at 11:00 a.m. at Life's Work of Western PA.
Monday, November 23
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will speak on disability awareness, advocacy, inclusion and his current role with the Pirates at Carlow University from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 8
Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives
Chaz Kellem will conduct a lecture at West Virginia University in the African Americans in Sports class from 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
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